National Anti-Corruption Commissioner & Deputy Commissioner

About the role

The Australian Government is inviting applications for the senior leadership positions of National Anti‑Corruption Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner. These roles head the National Anti‑Corruption Commission (NACC), an independent agency tasked with investigating serious or systemic corruption across the Commonwealth public sector.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the NACC’s investigative and reporting functions, exercising significant coercive powers.
• Oversee a team of Deputy Commissioners, the Chief Executive Officer and staff across offices in Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including other integrity agencies, Parliament and the public.
• Promote public confidence, integrity standards and corruption‑prevention initiatives.
• Travel between NACC locations and other sites as required.

Required profile

• Retired Judge of a federal, state or territory court, or a legal practitioner with at least five years of enrolment.
• Demonstrated record of achievement and a strong commitment to integrity.
• Ability to operate independently and make decisions on complex, high‑profile matters.

Required skills

What we offer

• Full‑time appointment for a term of up to five years.
• Opportunity to shape national anti‑corruption policy and practice.
• Work within a respected, transparent and independent integrity agency.